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This Roman Catholic carnival marking the return of spring is celebrated actively in German-speaking countries. There are many regional differences concerning the name, duration, and activities of the carnival, but there are always dances, processions through the streets, and masquerades.
This Roman Catholic carnival marking the return of spring is celebrated actively in German-speaking countries. There are many regional differences concerning the name, duration, and activities of the carnival, but there are always dances, processions through the streets, and masquerades.
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viennaConducted by the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra, this is a concert of classical and lively yet nostalgic, orchestral music that is held every year on the morning of the first of January in Vienna. It is broadcast by television and radio networks to an estimated audience of around one billion in 44 countries around the globe.
viennaIf you are crazy about opera, this is a brilliant show for you. The Film Festival in front of the Vienna City Hall screens a different film related to operas, on a gigantic screen every night. Entrance is absolutely free, and a variety of international cuisines adds to the appeal of the show.
viennaEvery year for five weeks, in May and June, Vienna comes alive with the sound of music, the patter of dancing feet and myriad performances. Started in 1951, during the occupation of Vienna by the four allies, this festival is held each year at the Theatre an der Wein.
viennaCome June 21 and the sky is all lit up with magnificent bonfires to celebrate that special night of midsummer.
viennaVienna's most popular film screening session in Augarten Park, this festival shows Hollywood classics, European and Asian amateur films, and also premieres of movies yet to be released worldwide. Lasting from the 28th of June to the 12th of August, it draws in huge crowds from all over Austria, and also from abroad.
viennaThis Summer Musical Festival starts from the middle of June and lasts till the end of September. It features a lot of classical music, often showcasing new artists, but the genre is usually the typical orchestral music.
viennaMore carnivals and celebrations are in store. Singing, dancing, and music welcome everyone; from the elitist class to the humblest public. In other parts of Austria, some Corpus Christi festivals are also held on lakes.
viennaThis festival takes place in late July and continues into August. A treat for Mozart lovers who get to hear plenty of his music.
viennaThis day commemorates the day when the Soviet Union ended its occupation and Austria gained the status of an independent neutral country.
viennaThis religious festival sees huge congregational mass services held at the major churches around the city.
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viennaAlthough Vienna is generally a city for grown-ups - intellectuals, thinkers, and artists - it also caters to children, of all ages and sizes. The numerous festivals around the city are enjoyed by the general population, and the many monuments and parks are frequented by local and visiting families everyday in large numbers.This is why many of the tour guides in the city have special packages for families, where an involving and entertaining experience for the whole family is catered to.
viennaVienna's most popular market, specializing in fresh fruit and vegetables, herbs, cheese, baked goods, and meat. Also has a lot of small restaurants. Every Saturday, a bustling flea market is held.
viennaVienna's largest shopping street, ranging from the most expensive luxuries to items of daily use.
viennaThis is one of the world's largest and most important museums. It contains 60,000 drawings and one million prints and is home to a vast collection of modern graphic works as well.
viennaOne of the most prominent German language theaters in the world, this is the Austrian National Theater in Vienna. The performers have developed a typical style and speech that is uniquely their own.
viennaThis is one of the most famous streets in the Innere Stadt District. Stretching from Stock-im-Eisen-Platz near the Palais Equitable to where Kohlmarkt and Tuchlauben meet, this street,due to its location and size, is famous for its year round market and its suitability for festivals and processions.
viennaHas housed a lot of the people influential in Austrian history, including the Habsburg dynasty, and is currently the official residence of the President of Austria. Contains, among other interesting spots, chapels (Hofkapelle, Hofmusikkapelle, Burgkapelle), museums (the Naturhistorisches Museum & Kunsthistorisches Museum), the Imperial Library, state treasury, the national theatre(Burgtheater), riding school (Hofreitschule), and the horse stables (the Stallburg and Hofstallungen).
viennaSituated below the Capuchins'church (the Church of St. Mary of the Angels) and monastery, on the Neue Markt square, near the Hofburg Imperial Palace, the Imperial Crypt has been the customary burial place of the emperors and dukes of the Austrian Empires since the early 17 th century.
viennaThe Naturhistorisches Museum or NHMW is one of the important museums of the world. Here one can find a collection of artifacts which are over 250 years old. Rare fossils and pre-historic works of art are some of the items exhibited here.
viennaAlso known as St Mary on the Strand, this church is among Vienna's oldest surviving buildings and is an example of Gothic-styled architecture. It is situated near the Danube Canal; a branch of the river Danube. It is associated with the Czech community.
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viennaModern and fashionable restaurant/bar with a mixture of surf 'n' turf dishes, pasta, pizzas and sandwiches. High standard cooking with mouth-watering desserts which include several types of waffles and cheesecake, will leave you longing for more. The US version of Miller and Budweiser along with a good selection of local beers is also available.
viennaFashionable design, style, and reasonably priced dishes combine to make Ra'mien Vienna's hippest noodle bar. La Mien with seafood and flying noodles with curry and mince meat as the special lunchtime dishes are recommended. Dinner options - from a seasonal menu card - are altogether more expensive. A downstairs lounge club (popular with the locals) is open until 4am.
viennaSituated in one of Vienna's most elegant hotels, The Grand, Unkai offers tantalizing, award winning Japanese cuisine. You'll be spoilt for choice with the wide variety of dishes that the restaurant has to offer. That or the a la carte menu, either way, Unkai's offerings are sure to please those with a taste of class!
viennaLocated near the extravagant surroundings of the Hotel De France, the Bel Etage offers a wide mix of Austrian and French cuisines. It may be a wee bit upscale but then you're assured of five-star standard.
viennaCalling Demi-Tass the "best Indian restaurant in town" would be no exaggeration. The restaurant itself is not too large in terms of size, but the space is well-utilized. The place is richly decorated in pleasant themes; service is quick, very professional, polite and efficient. The menu has a large variety to choose from, listing standard curries, kormas and vindaloos, and the mouthwatering chef's specials. Prices are high, but the food is excellent. Highly recommended for people who like their curries spicy.
viennaBringing the taste of New Orleans to the city of Vienna, Bayou is the place you would want to hit if you fancy European food and spices with the flavors of Africa and America, staples such as Creole hot sausage, crawfish bisque, chicken jambalaya and seafood gumbo, alongside a weekly specials menu, yummy puddings (which include mango flan and pecan pie) and an excellent selection of well-made cocktails. Good value, with a cordial and casual atmosphere.
viennaSwanky French/Vietnamese inspired restaurant, probably leading the Asian restaurant chain in Vienna. Well-executed and authentic dishes, an ambience of colonial inspired setting, and the best cocktails in town provide a uniquely memorable dining experience.
viennaA Japanese restaurant serving pretty good quality food. That ranges from fresh sushi, teepan, tempura and a variety of dainty bento boxes. If you're not a marine food enthusiast, you can go for the many meat/poultry dishes offered, or a selection of vegetarian sushi.
viennaThis is another hotshot location for Japanese food right in the very center of the Inner City (Innere Stadt), near to the Staatsoper. This well-established restaurant specializes mainly in fish dishes. The sushi and teppen yaki (served upstairs) are particularly noteworthy, while prices are pretty ok for such swanky delights.
viennaThe cocktails offered here are not the only reasons for you to visit this place. The restaurant itself is the best option to go for when you want to eat and dance while listening to lively music, all at the same time! Mixing Latin American and Caribbean cuisines to cater to your taste buds, and lively music to cater to your soul, the restaurant is alive till early hours. The service here is polite, and prices are pretty good.